SQL Server: Understanding and Using Azure SQL Database

Discover Azure SQL Database: A Comprehensive Guide for Production DBAs

Are you a production DBA looking to understand the power and potential of Azure SQL Database? This course, SQL Server: Understanding and Using Azure SQL Database, provides a deep dive into this Enterprise-grade relational database-as-a-service (DBaaS) platform.

Here's what you'll learn:

• Azure SQL Database Fundamentals: Gain a high-level understanding of what Azure SQL Database is and how it differs from traditional on-premises solutions.
• Key Features & Capabilities: Explore the extensive features available in Azure SQL Database, many of which were first introduced in SQL Server 2016.
• Unsupported Features: Understand the differences between Azure SQL Database and the on-premises SQL Server product, including a look at features not supported in the cloud environment.
• Pricing Models: Navigate the various Azure SQL Database pricing structures to choose the best option for your needs.
• Data Migration Strategies: Learn effective methods for migrating your existing on-premises data to Azure SQL Database.
• Performance Monitoring & Troubleshooting: Master techniques for monitoring and troubleshooting performance issues within Azure SQL Database to ensure optimal database operation.

By the end of this course, you'll possess a solid understanding of Azure SQL Database's features, capabilities, and how to effectively manage it as a production DBA. Unlock the benefits of this powerful cloud database platform and elevate your database management skills.